Epic Battles: ACW Gettysburg Scenery Pack

Contents:

• MDF seminar building
• MDF battlefield gatehouse

Now we are embroiled in a major civil war that will test whether this nation, or any nation so conceived and so committed, can long endure. We meet on a major battlefield of this war. We are here to dedicate a portion of this field as a final resting place for those who gave their lives here so that this nation may live. It is only right and proper that we do this.'

Excerpt from the Gettysburg Address - Abraham Lincoln, November 19, 1863

Between July 1st and 3rd, 1863, the Battle of Gettysburg, one of the largest battles of the American Civil War, was fought in the state of Pennsylvania. The Confederate Army under Robert E. Lee was defeated by the Army of the Potomac, commanded by George G. Meade. Although Lee's troops escaped across the river, they left behind the bodies of the fallen. These bodies were gradually reburied in what is now Gettysburg National Cemetery, the site where Lincoln gave the famous Gettysburg Address in 1863.

With this scenery pack you can add additional authenticity to your battle recreations using the Epic Battles system. It contains the Schmucker House, originally constructed as the Theological Seminary building. This building was used as a hospital by both Union and Confederate troops during the battle.

The Cemetery Gatehouse, meanwhile, was used as headquarters for the XI Corps (Union Army). Major General Howard recognized the advantage of the high cemetery and positioned his artillery along what was known as "Cemetery Hill".

This kit is made of plastic, is unpainted and requires assembly.